Head of Product
Location: DE, BE, Berlin
Department: Product
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Associate
Required education: Master's Degree
Industry: E-Learning
Function: Product Management

Company profile:
Babbel enables anyone to learn languages in an easy and interactive way. The learning system offers 13 languages, from English to Indonesian. Users with and without previous knowledge can access grammar and thematic courses as well as vocabulary, writing and listening comprehension exercises online and on the go. In addition to the full courses for web, iOS and Android, there are also vocabulary trainer apps for Windows 8 and the Kindle Fire.Babbel is operated by Lesson Nine GmbH in Berlin. The company was founded in August 2007 and now has approximately 250 employees and freelancers and is opening an office in New York City (Lower East Side).

Job description:
We are looking for a Head of Product (m/f, full time) to start immediately in our offices in Berlin-Kreuzberg, Germany.#URL_8e4e9897aecb1980ec96e296864343a4402263bc440bec39377381446da44dc8# is right at the center of a shift that changes the whole way we are learning. Our products are available to all mobile and internet users worldwide and are synced across all platforms. With a large and passionate customer base at hand, we are best suited to learn from our customers as fast as possible and create the best language learning experience together with them. Our goal is to get the best out of the worlds of learning and technology and create a product that makes the lives of our customers better.As the Head of Product Management, you will work closely with the Director of Product and VP of Engineering to drive the vision and roadmap for all products at #URL_8e4e9897aecb1980ec96e296864343a4402263bc440bec39377381446da44dc8#.To succeed, you must be proactive, organized and a natural leader, with strong communication skills. You will directly manage a diverse team of product managers, and success will come from close collaboration with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders (UI/UX Design, Engineering, Didactics, etc). Reporting directly to the Director of Product, this role offers high visibility and the opportunity to drive major product changes. The right candidate will have experience working in technology organizations for B2C technology and must bring process and best practices from Agile development environments, preferably Scrum.Responsibilities:Working with the Director of Product, define the #URL_8e4e9897aecb1980ec96e296864343a4402263bc440bec39377381446da44dc8# product vision that supports the company’s vision, strategy and direction. Develop and oversee the implementation of processes, and policies that have significant impact upon the organizationDefine and prioritize the product development roadmap, with a strong product portfolio management analytical approach. Develop budget for specified business unit/product line and is accountable for delivering against business goals/objectivesDevelop short- and long-term product strategies and plansLead execution (scope, requirements definition and delivery) of top strategic product initiativesPerform pre/post launch analysis of each product and drive team financial accountability for results. Set financial, operational and quality objectives for the unit or product line and develop master operational plansWork cross functionally with all business groups to understand emerging customer and business trends that required enhancements or new product features to be developedAccountable for growth and optimization of customer awareness, market share and/or specific initiativesOversee and direct the work of a high performing team of product managers. Obtain and allocate resources to meet operating plans. Ensure the ongoing training and development of direct reports. Develop and mentor staff through on-boarding, open communication, training and development opportunities and performance management processes; build and maintain employee morale and motivation; ensure the team is appropriately staffed with required competencies

Requirements:
6+ years B2C product management experience in converting and engaging customers3+ years of experience directly managing product managers, including hiring, developing, motivating, and directing people as they workExperience distilling customer needs into agile communication elements including vision statements, roadmaps and user storiesMastery of agile prioritization processes; backlog grooming, release planning, story writing, etcExperience with leading cross-functional agile development teams yourselfExcellent analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze large volumes of raw data, draw conclusions, and develop actionable recommendationsHistory of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business while meeting deadlinesExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with and present to all stakeholdersMust possess a passion for creating the best product on the market

Benefits:
Responsibility from day one, professional and personal growthA large and passionate user base to generate quick learningsLong term prospects with lots of opportunitiesA vibrant international team from over 20 different nationalitiesA lively startup atmosphere with friendly working hours